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Officials investigate officer-involved shooting in Bridgeport

Police said the victim was not seriously injured and has been released from the hospital.

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — An investigation is underway into an officer-involved shooting in Bridgeport. 

State police said a Bridgeport police officer assigned to the federal Sage STreets task force was involved in a shooting in the area of Main Street and Catherine Street around 10:15 p.m. Tuesday.

Officials said the victim was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries and released. A silver car with a smashed front end was seen at the scene. FBI personnel was present at the scene as well.

At this time it's unknown if the officer was also injured or what led to the shooting. 

The Stamford State's Attorney's office is overseeing the investigation. 

This is a developing story.

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